WNBA star Caitlin Clark has reportedly changed her mind about joining the emerging 3-on-3 Unrivaled basketball league after receiving a lucrative proposal.
Clark, who was the standout rookie from the 2024 WNBA season and a driving force behind the league’s increased popularity, was part of a surge in viewership, ticket sales, and merchandise throughout the season.
Despite the WNBA operating at a loss, concerns about the league’s long-term profitability remain.
Clark has been able to increase her earnings through various partnerships, including a deal with Nike.
While considering a move to Unrivaled, a new and popular 3-on-3 basketball league, Clark’s recognition and popularity have led the organisers to offer her a lucrative deal.
According to Sports Business Journal, Unrivaled is open to offering Clark significant equity in the business along with a three-month salary close to £1 million.
Reports suggest that the proposal has caught Clark’s attention, with the 22-year-old now leaning towards accepting it.
Indiana, Clark’s WNBA team, seems open to the idea of her joining the Unrivaled project, but ultimately, the decision rests with her.
A close source revealed that Clark is weighing factors such as mental health, stress, and her love for the game before making her final decision.
The six-team Unrivaled league is set to start in the new year, and Clark’s decision is expected before then.
While there is increased optimism about her potential participation, the league is not taking her decision for granted and is allowing her time to make up her mind.
The impact of her decision is seen as potentially positive for the league, but ultimately, it is up to Clark to decide whether to join.
